How To Fix /SRMSMC/ADDRESS022 - Incomplete phone/fax number; enter a country and a phone/fax number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/ADDRESS -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Incomplete phone/fax number; enter a country and a phone/fax number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/ADDRESS022 - Incomplete phone/fax number; enter a country and a phone/fax number ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/ADDRESS022 indicates that there is an issue with the phone or fax number entered in the system. Specifically, it means that the phone or fax number is incomplete because either the country code is missing or the phone/fax number itself is not fully provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Country Code: The country code for the phone or fax number has not been entered.
  Incomplete Number: The actual phone or fax number is not fully specified.
  Incorrect Format: The number may not be in the expected format, which can lead to the system not recognizing it as valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the country code and the phone/fax number fields are filled out completely.
  
  Country Code: This should be a valid country code (e.g., +1 for the USA, +44 for the UK).
  Phone/Fax Number: Ensure that the number is complete and does not contain any invalid characters.
  
  
  
  Format Verification: Make sure that the phone/fax number is in the correct format as required by the SAP system. This may include:
  
  No spaces or special characters (unless specified).
  Correct length for the specific country.
  
  
  
  Validation: After entering the information, validate the fields to ensure that they meet the system's requirements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required format or codes, refer to the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for entering contact information.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, try to save or submit the information again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to enter or modify contact information in the system.
  Support: If the issue continues after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that all required fields are correctly filled out and formatted, you should be able to resolve the /SRMSMC/ADDRESS022 error.